History of the Church
Teachers
Lesson Summary
This Bible study session traced the historical development of the Church, emphasizing the theological and political splits between the Eastern and Western Churches. Key topics included the 190 AD Easter controversy, the Nicene Creed (325 AD) and the Constantinopolitan Creed (381 AD), and the 1054 schism over the Filioque clause. The discussion highlighted the role of creeds in codifying Trinitarian beliefs and the enduring tension between doctrinal purity and ecumenical unity. The central message emphasized the continuity of the Church despite doctrinal splits and the importance of creeds as tools for preserving theological consensus.